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Air Arabia Commences Non-Stop Flights Between Sharjah and London Gatwick

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest budget carrier operator, has announced the commencement of its new double daily non-stop service connecting Sharjah International Airport with London Gatwick Airport. The inaugural flight took off last week, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s expanding international network. The new service strengthens air connectivity between the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom, offering customers affordable, convenient travel while further expanding Air Arabia’s growing network from Sharjah.

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Air France Opens Its New Lounge at London Heathrow Airport

Air France has opened its new lounge at London Heathrow International Airport, a strategic hub on its medium-haul network. For the first time, the airline is offering its customers an elegant space designed to provide peace and quiet and French-style refinement before a flight or during a layover. Located in Terminal 4, this peaceful spot is the perfect place to relax and grab a bite to eat as soon as you arrive at the airport. Open daily from 5 am to 10 pm, it welcomes Air France La Première, Business* and Flying Blue Elite Plus customers, as well as eligible customers flying with KLM and SkyTeam alliance partner airlines.

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Malaysia Airlines expands China network to nine gateways with introduction of Shenzhen and Changsha

Malaysia Airlines has officially charted a stronger course into China with the launch of new direct services from Kuala Lumpur to Shenzhen (SZX) and Changsha (CSX). This strategic expansion reflects the surging demand for travel between both nations – driven by increasingly robust economic partnerships and a shared appetite for leisure and business travel, allowing the national carrier to effectively tap into a broader, more diversified segment of China, its second largest international market by number of destinations.

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AIR INDIA RANKS AMONG THE WORLD’S TOP 5 MOST ON-TIME GLOBAL AIRLINES

Air India has been ranked the 4th most on-time airline in the world in June 2026 by aviation analytics firm Cirium, underscoring the airline’s continued focus on operational reliability and schedule integrity. According to Cirium’s June 2026 On-Time Performance report, Air India recorded an on-time arrival rate of 86.85% across 15,135 flights tracked during the month. The airline also posted an on-time departure rate of 86.23% and a completion factor of 99.7%, meaning virtually all scheduled flights operated as planned.

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Vietnam Airlines Enhances Northeast Asia Network to Meet Growing Travel Demand

As demand for travel, business, and family visits between Vietnam and Northeast Asia continues to grow, Vietnam Airlines is expanding services on routes to Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan (China). The additional services reinforce Vietnam Airlines’ commitment to enhancing connectivity between Vietnam and Northeast Asia while providing passengers with greater flexibility and more convenient travel options for tourism, business, family visits and trade.

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Wizz Air launches new route from London Gatwick to Chișinău, Moldova

Wizz Air, Europe’s reliable airline, today announces the launch of a new route from London Gatwick Airport to Chișinău, Moldova, further expanding its growing network from the UK. From October, customers will be able to fly directly from London Gatwick to Chișinău, the vibrant capital of Moldova. Operating four times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, the new year-round service will complement Wizz Air’s existing flights to Chișinău from London Luton Airport, providing UK travellers with even more opportunities to discover one of Eastern Europe’s emerging destinations.

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TAT drives Middle East demand with Healing is the New Luxury and flydubai roadshow

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) strengthened its Middle East engagement in the United Arab Emirates from 7 to 8 July through two complementary activities, including the “Healing is the New Luxury” media launch in Dubai and the “Amazing Thailand Takes Off with flydubai Roadshow 2026” in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Together, the activities reinforced Thailand’s readiness for the region’s peak travel period by linking new air access, trade partnerships, wellness-led messaging, and the seasonal appeal of “Blooming and Bright Amazing Thailand”.

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Etihad Expands its African Network with New Fastjet Zimbabwe Partnership

Etihad Airways and Fastjet Zimbabwe have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a new interline partnership, codeshare agreement and frequent flyer partnership with Fastjet Zimbabwe. The collaboration will enhance connectivity giving guests access to destinations currently flown by both airlines, on a single ticketing system. The agreement was signed in Harare on 7 July 2026, with sales available from 24 August 2026.

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Emirates to debut A380 to Delhi from October

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, will introduce its flagship A380 to Delhi from 25 October, making the Indian capital the third gateway in the country to be served by the iconic double-decker. The A380 will operate on flights EK512/513 in a four-class configuration, complementing the deployment of Emirates’ retrofitted B777 aircraft, also in a four-class layout featuring Premium Economy, across its three other daily flights.

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Emirates Skywards launches 5 million Skywards Miles giveaway for Dubai Summer Surprises

Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, is celebrating Dubai Summer Surprises 2026 with one of its biggest seasonal promotions yet, giving members the chance to win a share of 5 million Skywards Miles while enjoying exceptional shopping, dining and lifestyle experiences across Dubai. Until 30 August 2026, members who spend AED 200 or more with participating Skywards Everyday partners or through Skywards Miles Mall UAE will automatically be entered into a raffle to win 10,000 Skywards Miles.

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Riyadh Air Opens Ticket Sales for Daily Service between Mumbai and Riyadh

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, today announced the opening of ticket sales for daily flights between Mumbai, India, and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, a key addition to its growing network, which now totals 9 destinations with more set to be announced in the coming days and weeks. This vital route, commencing August 4, 2026, strengthens the airline’s mission to connect the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with major global and regional hubs and deliver a world-class travel experience.

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Wizz Air expands its Spanish network with three new routes from London Luton Airport

Wizz Air, Europe’s reliable airline, today announces the launch of three new routes from London Luton Airport to Spain, further strengthening its position as one of the UK’s leading low-cost airlines serving the country. From this autumn, Wizz Air customers flying from London Luton Airport will now be able to reach Málaga, Granada, and Asturias (Oviedo). The new connections from London Luton build on Wizz Air’s extensive Spanish network to destinations including Bilbao, Barcelona and Seville, providing British travellers with affordable access to some of the country’s most popular holiday destinations as well as lesser-explored regions.

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